Levy and former council member Phil Mella were tied 3-3 after three rounds of voting. The winner was picked with a drawing because neither the city charter nor state law addresses what to do in the event of such a tie.

Levy replaces David Turley, who resigned in July following allegations that he inappropriately touched a 17-year-old boy in a hot tub at his home. The 65-year-old has maintained his innocence.

Councilors had until Wednesday - 30 days after Turley’s resignation - to pick a new mayor.